MettaX MC201 Smart AI Dash Cam User Manual
- June 17, 2024
- MettaX
Table of Contents
MC201 Installation
User Manual
Introduction
To guide engineers in the correct and efficient installation of MC201 and its
accessories, and to improve installation efficiency, this MC201 Solution
Installation Guide has been prepared.
This document primarily includes: Preamble, System Overview, Installation
Preparation, Installation Introduction, Acceptance, and Cleaning.
This document is intended for installation engineers.
We reserve the right to interpret this document and modify the information and
descriptions contained herein. In the event of any changes to the content of
this manual, no separate notification will be provided.
Important Notice
- Prior to installation, park the vehicle on level ground and turn off the engine (do not park the vehicle on slopes or inclined roads).
- Please carefully read the section on packing list and thoroughly inspect upon
- Please carefully read the section on tool list and ensure the availability of installation tools prior to proceed the
- Prior to installation, observe the vehicle’s surroundings and adhere to the following principles:
- The installation position and wiring of the product should not obstruct the driver’s visibility or adjustment of the rear-view mirror and sun
- The lens for monitoring the road conditions ahead of the vehicle must be within the working range of the windscreen
- The installation position of the in-cabin driver monitoring camera should comply with local
- The installation position should facilitate the replacement and maintenance of the Micro SD card and SIM
- Choose a suitable installation position based on the vehicle’s environment. This document serves as a reference
- Select the appropriate power connection method based on the vehicle’s environmental Power connection should be performed by professionals, as improper operation of the vehicle’s power system by non-professionals may be dangerous. This document serves as a reference only.
- If any issues arise during the installation of special vehicles, please contact the product supplier promptly for support
- During installation, the Mxtool application is required for debugging and configuring the
- Scan the QR code below or search for and download the Mxtool application from the application store. Once downloaded, you can connect the application to the MC201 to configure the device’s operational parameters
https://www.imettax.com/qrcode/app/MXtool.apk
System Overview
1.1 Product Overview
MC201 is an smart AI dash cam with one built-in 2K road view camera and one
extended 1080P camera. It helps drivers reduce traffic accidents and assists
fleet management in improving efficiency. Based on AI technology, it can
proactively detect dangerous driving events and unsafe driving behaviors. It
supports sending local real-time alerts to the driver to avoid risks and
uploads the events to the fleet management platform for driver training. It
transmits real-time and accurate vehicle location information and operational
data to the fleet management platform. It provides high-quality remote
intercom and real-time video playback, making fleet management easier and more
efficient.
This product is suitable for various weather conditions such as day and night,
sunny, and rainy. It can be installed in vehicles such as taxis, passenger
cars, trucks and other cars.
1.2. System Connection
Schematic diagram powered by standard power cable:
Installation Preparation
1.1 Installation Technical Requirements
Installation engineer should be familiar with the product’s features,
applications, and overall composition. Installation engineer should have
knowledge of vehicle circuits, structures, and commonly used installation
methods for in-vehicle devices.
1.2 Understanding the Installation Environment
Before equipment installation, Installation engineer should have a clear
understanding of the vehicle model, installation position of the device, cable
types and lengths required for different vehicle models, and the list of
commonly used auxiliary materials. This ensures the smooth completion of
equipment installation and debugging.
1.3 Vehicle Condition and Related Electrical Information
Confirmation of vehicle information is the basic prerequisite for successful
installation and the assurance of role allocation to avoid vehicle damage. For
each component, the next step can only proceed after clear confirmation, with
confirmation by the vehicle responsible person and the installation personnel
for each operation.
- Check for any damage to the vehicle’s exterior and interior
- Check if the vehicle can be started
- Check the status of the vehicle’s power supply
Note: Confirming the above information is crucial. Installation can only
proceed after confirmation of normal conditions.
2.4 Vehicle Power Connection
It requires the operation of professional installers. The following mainly
describes the method of connecting the vehicle’s power supply according to the
product’s power cable requirements.
- Tools required: Multi-meter.
- Selection of Power Connection Location
When the vehicle is parked and ignition is OFF, use a multi-meter to check if
the circuit is powered. If it is positive, it is determined to be a constant
power supply, and then measure the voltage.
When the vehicle is parked but the ACC is ON or ignited position, use a multi-
meter to check if the circuit is powered. If it is negative when ACC is OFF
and positive when ACC is ON, it is determined to be the ACC cable, and then
measure the voltage.
- Voltage Measurement at Power Connection Point
Constant Power Supply: With the vehicle is parked and ignition is OFF, use a
multi-meter to measure the voltage of the constant power supply cable, which
is approximately 24 V or 12 V. If multiple cables have voltages within this
range, select the cable with higher current as the constant power supply
connection cable.
ACC: When the vehicle ACC is in the ON position or ignited state, use a multi-
meter to measure if the voltage is 24 V or 12 V. If it is 0 in the OFF state
and 24 V or 12 V in the ACC ON position or ignited state, select the cable as
the ACC power supply connection cable.
*Note: When connecting the power supply, measure the positive and
negative terminals of the power supply first with a multi-meter to avoid
errors.
Preparation for Installation Materials and Tools
3.1 Package Inventory Check
After unpacking the product, please ensure the device is intact and all
accessories are included.
Installation Materials and Tools List(recommendation)
#| Image| Name| Uasage| Quantity
1| | Common Screwdriver Kit| Tighten screws, optional| 1pcs
2| | Crowbar| Pry up the vehicle panel| 1pcs
3| | Ties| Bundle cables| As per needs
4| | Cleaning Cloth| Clean the dashboard| 1pcs
5| | Android Phone| Install the Mxtool App for video preview and parameter
configuration| 1pcs
6| | Measure Tape| Measure the installation height of the ADAS camera and
assist the installation in other scenarios| 1pcs
7| 
| Mark Pen|
Mark lines for installation| 1pcs
8| | Cutting nippers| Cut and strip wires| 1pcs
9| | Insulated rubber tape| Wrap wire ends| 1pcs
10| | Scissors| Cut insulated rubber tape or wire clip| 1pcs
11| | TF Card Reader| For future use| 1pcs
12| | Multimeter| Locate vehicle power supply| 1pcs
---|---|---|---|---
Measure the conduction of harness
Measure pulse signal
13| | 3M adhesive tape| Fix DMS Camera| 1pcs
14| | Three legged ladder| Help to install the BSD camera| 1pcs
15| | Waterproof sealant| Waterproof backfill after punching| 1pcs
16| | Waterproof tape| Waterproof protection for outdoor wire connectors| 1pcs
3.3 Preparing Nano SIM Card and Micro SD Memory Card
To ensure proper online communication and data storage of the device,
please prepare a compatible Micro SIM card and a Micro SD memory card that
meets the quality requirements before installation.
Installation
4.1 Installing SIM Card and Memory Card
Installing the Nano SIM card and Micro SD card as shown in the following
diagram (pay attention to the insertion direction of these cards). During
installation, make sure it feels smooth and flexible. When pushing the card,
you should hear a clear “click” sound, indicating that the card is correctly
inserted. If you feel significant friction or resistance during installation,1
it means the card is inserted in the wrong direction. In such cases, promptly
remove the card to avoid damaging it.
If the Micro SD card and SIM card are too small to be inserted into the slot
manually, you can place the card into the slot and then use the included pry
tool to push it in. [Diagram: Insertion of SIM card and Micro SD card.
Note:
- Due to the operating temperature range of the device from -20°C to +70°C, the Micro SD card and SIM card should be able to work properly for an extended period in harsh environments . Specifically, the metal contacts on consumer-grade Micro SD cards and SIM cards are prone to oxidation under prolonged exposure to heat, humidity, or salt spray Frequent insertion and removal of cards can lead to contact wear, and the card slot can experience deformation or bending under constant pressure, resulting in poor contact. Therefore, if you are using a SIM card, for industrial equipment, industrial plastic or ceramic M2M cards (MP2/MP3/MS1 grade) with a working temperature range of -40°C to 105°C is recommended. If using a Micro SD card, an industrial-grade Micro SD card should be used, which offers strong stability and can be used within a wide temperature range (-40°C to 85°C). For safety purposes, when purchasing the device, it is recommended to use Micro SD cards that have been verified by our company. If you choose to purchase unverified Micro SD cards, there may be a risk of damaging the device, thus affecting its lifespan.
- Before installing the SIM card, please check the metal contact surface of the SIM card for any dirt (such as dust, fingerprints, or watermarks). If there is any, use a non-woven cloth or rubber to clean the surface.
- When installing the SIM card, avoid touching the metal surface of the SIM card with your hands to prevent contamination from dust and Sweat.
After installing the SIM card and Micro SD card, tighten the card slot panel
and the screws. Once the SIM card and Micro SD card are installed, remove the
lens protective film from the front and rear lenses of the device, as shown in
the diagram below.
4.2 Choice of Installation Area for the Main Unit
The installation area requirements for MC201 are as follows:
- The device must be installed in the middle of the windshield. Typically, it is installed in the area above the center line of the windshield, in the vicinity of the rear-view mirror. If it is not possible to install the device in the middle as required, a deviation of less than 5 cm to the left or right is allowed (the deviation of the device relative to the center line of the windshield is calculated using the center line of the front lens).
- The lens of the road condition monitoring camera must be within the working range of the left and right windshield wipers (ensuring that the screen of the road condition monitoring lens is clean and free from stains).
- It is recommended to avoid installing other electronic devices, including smart rear-view mirrors, electronic tags, , around the device, as it may affect the device’s positioning signal.
The installation position should ensure that the main unit does not obstruct
the driver’s view of the front blind spot reflector, and there are no
obstacles (such as the interior rear-view mirror or glass coating) in front of
and around the camera lens in the driver’s cabin monitoring view.
The general selection of the installation area is shown in the diagram below:
[Diagram: Installation area for the main unit]
4.3 Installation of the main unit.
- Park the vehicle on a level surface.
- Clean the inside and outside of the target installation area on the windshield using an alcohol Ensure that there is no dirt or debris on the glass that could obstruct the view of the road condition monitoring lens. Make sure the glass is dry.
- Remove the protective film from the 3M tape of the mounting base and attach it to the windshield
- Press device firmly against the windshield for 10 seconds, ensuring that there are no air bubbles between the main unit and the glass.
4.4 Adjustment and Fixation of the device
When fix the camera, ensure that the cabin camera screen meets the
following conditions.
a. The center of the cabin should be positioned in the middle of the
b. The cabin screen should be
c. The vehicle’s steering wheel should be displayed in the lower left/right
corner of the The properly adjusted cabin monitoring camera rendering is shown
below: 
Note: Only when the device is securely connected to the vehicle, can the
device be powered on. If the device is fixed after power connection, it should
be powered on again before testing or use.
4.5 Power Connection, Signal Cable, and Cable Connection
Connect the power/ACC/GND to the vehicle’s power supply line.
*Note:
The power line should preferably be connected using “dedicated non-stripping
connectors” (no need for stripping, to avoid the risk of electric leakage) and
wrapped with insulating tape to prevent electric leakage/short circuit. If
there are no special non-stripping connectors available, stripping wires can
also be used for the connection. In this case, the connection process must
comply with standard specifications. After the connection is completed, wrap
it with insulating tape to avoid electric leakage/short circuit.
Device configuration
After the device is powered on, adjust it using the mobile app MXtool. Please refer to MXtool user manual for instruction.
Acceptance and Cleaning
6.1 Cleaning
Clean up the installation site, collect and remove tools and waste
materials. Return any original items to their original positions in the
vehicle. The installation work is now complete.
Conduct acceptance based on the acceptance checklist provided by the customer, focusing on the installation details and parameter settings.
- Pay close attention to the parameter settings and take screenshots for documentation.
- Verify the video image quality and capture and save sample videos.
After the installation is complete, take photographs of all the devices and the central console.
- Capture installation position photos of all components
- Take a rendered photo of the cabin after the installation is complere.